Research Ireland (Taighde Eireann) Careers

Explore career opportunities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths

Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) is the national foundation for investment in research in the areas of STEM, which assists in the development and competitiveness of industry, enterprise, and employment in Ireland. We also promote and support STEM education and engagement to improve awareness and understanding of the value of research to society and to support the STEM careers pipeline.

Planetary Scientist Caitriona Jackman

Software Engineer Roisín Howard

Physicist Dr Arlene O'Neill

Mechanical Engineer Gillian Cagney

Mark Meehan, STEM Learning Head

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Who are the people who most influenced your career direction?

Management of a training process in a busy environment (how to find the time to upskills people when the production plan shows no time!)

Describe a typical day?

I have a meeting every morning with the HR team followed by a review of metrics for a different topic in the Training arena on a daily basis. During the day I'll meet various business leaders across all roles to promote and drive a learning strategy that gives results to the organization & the people within.

What are the main tasks and responsibilities?

Ensuring effective communication with leadership regarding progress, achievements, gaps, new learning needs, and recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure learning impact, define and implement the strategy, maintain and support global standards for excellence in learning

What are the main challenges?

Management of a training process in a busy environment (how to find the time to upskills people when the production plan shows no time!)

What is your education to date?